Love this reflection and the words Buddha like to describe the self-reflection and willingness to be curious that I practice. I feel as long as we (and esp me as a Whitey) know that stopping and reflecting on my responses and reactions to similar questions, which can arise and surprise or feel uncomfortable and challenge how how like to I see myself will be something I need to do for all my life. I’m here for it. Thankyou
I really enjoyed your piece Tusiata, it made me think and reflect. I hadn't realised there is internalised racism, although I am aware of internalised homophobia. As a Pākehā woman, it is something that feels like a factory setting. It is my job to catch myself, educate myself and do better. Your final lines are very funny and punchy too.
Thank you for being willing to be a human being out loud. Appreciate your human words and ways, as another human trying to figure out their own.
Love this reflection and the words Buddha like to describe the self-reflection and willingness to be curious that I practice. I feel as long as we (and esp me as a Whitey) know that stopping and reflecting on my responses and reactions to similar questions, which can arise and surprise or feel uncomfortable and challenge how how like to I see myself will be something I need to do for all my life. I’m here for it. Thankyou
I really enjoyed your piece Tusiata, it made me think and reflect. I hadn't realised there is internalised racism, although I am aware of internalised homophobia. As a Pākehā woman, it is something that feels like a factory setting. It is my job to catch myself, educate myself and do better. Your final lines are very funny and punchy too.